Arson (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What is arson under Victorian law?
What is arson under Victorian law?
Intentional & unlawful use of fire
What is the maximum imprisonment penalty for standard arson in Victoria?
What is the maximum imprisonment penalty for standard arson in Victoria?
15 years
How many elements must prosecution prove beyond reasonable doubt for arson?
How many elements must prosecution prove beyond reasonable doubt for arson?
Four elements
For element 3 of arson, what level of knowledge must prosecution prove about damage?
For element 3 of arson, what level of knowledge must prosecution prove about damage?
Accused knew damage was probable
For arson causing death, must prosecution prove accused intended to kill?
For arson causing death, must prosecution prove accused intended to kill?
No, intention to kill not required
What does arson causing death being a 'category 2 offence' mean for offenders over 18?
What does arson causing death being a 'category 2 offence' mean for offenders over 18?
Must be sentenced to imprisonment
What % of arson convictions resulted in immediate custodial sentence (2017-2022)?
What % of arson convictions resulted in immediate custodial sentence (2017-2022)?
84.2%
By what % did arson incidents decrease in Victoria between 2018 and 2022?
By what % did arson incidents decrease in Victoria between 2018 and 2022?
33.4%
Which is a general defence showing accused lacked intention (guilty mind)?
Which is a general defence showing accused lacked intention (guilty mind)?
Automatism
Which factor would likely increase an arson sentence?
Which factor would likely increase an arson sentence?
Using fire accelerants